EXOSENS EXTENDS ITS TECHNOLOGY PORTFOLIO BY SIGNING AN AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE PHASICS, LEADER IN HIGH PERFORMANCE CAMERAS BASED SOLUTIONS FOR OPTICAL METROLOGY PRESS RELEASEMÉRIGNAC, FRANCE– PALAISEAU, FRANCE, AUGUST 27th, 2025Exosens announces agreement to acquire Phasics, a leader in Wave Front Sensing technology, offering state-of-the-art optics metrology and imaging solutions, from standalone wavefront sensors to fully automated test benches with proprietary software. This acquisition will enhance Exosens’ technological product portfolio, expanding its offering in high performance imaging solutions for defense, industrial control and lifescience. It will also accelerate Phasics’ international growth by leveraging Exosens’ established commercial network notably in instrumentation and semiconductor markets. Exosens continues to execute...

Acquisition strengthens Foam Packaging Specialties’ position as Arizona’s leading end-to-end packaging provider while reducing vendor complexity and supply chain costs for local manufacturers TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a move that reshapes the local packaging landscape, Foam Packaging Specialties, LLC, a leader in custom foam solutions, has acquired Advanced Packaging Specialties Inc., a Phoenix-based company known for its box design, manufacturing and packaging distribution. The acquisition expands Foam Packaging Specialties’ offerings to include complete packaging systems such as custom foam inserts, corrugated boxes and shipping materials, provided through the new brand, Custom Packaging Solutions, LLC. The acquisition comes amid growing demand for localized, end-to-end packaging solutions as Arizona’s...

Kyle Whissel and Daniel Beer unite forces at eXp Realty in one of the largest team mergers in industry history, launching with 160 agents and a vision to redefine the future of real estate teamsWhissel Beer Group Sets New Standard for Real Estate TeamsKyle Whissel and Daniel Beer unite forces at eXp Realty in one of the largest team mergers in industry history, launching with 160 agents and a vision to redefine the future of real estate teams.BELLINGHAM, Wash., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric™ real estate brokerage on the planet” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), celebrates the formation of Whissel Beer Group, a groundbreaking super team created through the merger of two of the most successful production teams in the nation, led by eXp Realty...

ST. LOUIS, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saint Louis, MO, August 2025 – ButcherJoseph & Co. (“ButcherJoseph”) a boutique investment banking firm specializing in M&A advisory for founder-led and family-owned businesses, announced it advised Bova Fresh, a Boca Raton, Florida-based produce sales and distribution platform, on its sale to CREO Capital Partners (“CREO”), a Miami-based private equity firm focused on food, logistics, and consumer investments. The transaction closed on June 06, 2025. Founded and operated by Bob Wilhelm and Steve San Filippo, Bova Fresh serves more than 250 retail and foodservice customers nationwide, specializing in sourcing and delivering premium produce, including core categories such as avocados and strawberries. The founders will retain a stake in the business and continue to lead daily...

$6.1 Million Sale and Partial Leaseback Strengthens Balance Sheet and Provides Financial Flexibility for Operational Enhancements HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lakeland Industries, Inc. (“Lakeland Fire + Safety” or “Lakeland”) (NASDAQ: LAKE), a leading global manufacturer of protective clothing and apparel for industry, healthcare and first responders, today announced that it has completed the sale of its Decatur, Alabama warehouse property to an unrelated party.  The sale is part of the company’s previously disclosed financial and operational initiatives to streamline global operations and improve profitability. Lakeland has commenced a search for a new upgraded warehouse, logistics and lab facility in a more strategic location to replace the Decatur facility. The sale price was $6.1 million, less customary...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lancaster Resources Inc. (CSE:LCR) (OTC Pink:LANRF) (FRA:6UF) (“Lancaster”), is pleased to announce that it has acquired a 100% interest in the Lac Iris Polymetallic Project in the James Bay region of Quebec through directly staked mineral claims that have been reviewed and approved by the Québec mining authority, Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts, (MRNF). Acquisition HighlightsStrategic Location: The Lac Iris properties are situated just 4–5 km north and south of the Nisk and Lion discoveries by Power Nickel Inc., and are immediately adjacent to the Li-FT Power Ltd. Rupert Lithium Project. Significant Land Package: The acquisition adds approximately 694 hectares across three packages and complements Lancaster’s existing option on the Trans-Taiga Project...

All outstanding Class A ordinary shares of Aspen to be redeemed for cash and delisted from NYSE; Aspen preference shares to remain outstanding Further diversifies Sompo’s portfolio geographically in high-growth international markets Strengthens underwriting expertise and presence in core specialty insurance and reinsurance lines Provides access to significant fee-based income through leading capital markets platform Transaction expected to be immediately accretive to ROE post-closing TOKYO and HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sompo Holdings, Inc. (“Sompo” or the “Company”) (Stock Code: 8630, TSE Prime Market) announced today that a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (“SIH”), has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will acquire 100% of the issued Class A ordinary...

Board Reaffirms Unanimous Support for the Hearst Merger and the Certain and Significant Cash Premium It Will Deliver for Shareholders DALLAS, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq: DALN) (the “Company” or “DallasNews”), the holding company of The Dallas Morning News and Medium Giant, announced today that its Board of Directors (the “Board”), following consultation with the Company’s legal and financial advisors, reviewed and rejected the revised, non-binding proposal (the “Revised Alden Proposal”) received on August 19, 2025, from MNG Enterprises, Inc., an affiliate of Alden Global Capital (“Alden”), to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock at $18.50 per share in cash. As previously announced, on July 9, 2025, DallasNews entered into a definitive agreement (as amended...

Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for release publication, distribution or dissemination, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, in or into the United States. TORONTO, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Voyageur Mineral Explorers Corp. (CSE: VOY) (“Voyageur” or the “Company”) and Evolve Strategic Element Royalties Inc. (“Evolve”) are pleased to announce that the parties have entered into a definitive business combination agreement dated August 26, 2025 (the “Definitive Agreement”), whereby Voyageur will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Evolve by way of a statutory three-cornered amalgamation under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia). Upon completion of the proposed business combination (the “Proposed Transaction”), Voyageur (as it exists upon completion of the...

Rotterdam, The Netherlands (27 August 2025) – IMCD N.V. (“IMCD” or “Company”), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Tillmanns S.p.A. (“Tillmanns”). Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, Tillmanns is a well-established distributor of specialty chemicals, acting as a key partner for global suppliers and a broad base of customers. With operations strongly anchored in Italy, the company operates in the coatings, construction, food & nutrition and water treatment markets. With a comprehensive premium product portfolio and a skilled team of 78 people, Tillmanns is recognised for its technical expertise, long-standing relationships and solid commercial execution. Tillmanns also operates...